EDUCATION SERVICES OVERVIEW 2018 World-Class Education for Social Good
TABLE OF CONTENTS 3. HELLO THERE! 4. YOUR GOALS 5. HOW WE SUPPORT YOUR SUCCESS 10. TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES 11. CLASSROOM LOCATIONS 11. CONTACTS 6. CURRICULUM THAT GENERATES SUCCESS 7. SUBSCRIPTIONS 8. CERTIFICATIONS 9. BLACKBAUD UNIVERSITY BY THE NUMBERS 2 Blackbaud University > Education Services Overview 2018
At Blackbaud University, our mission is to accelerate your success through high-quality training and education to help ensure you get the greatest benefits from your Blackbaud products. As a leader in nonprofit A robust Learning Management System, enhanced scheduling, simplified curriculum, and myriad training possibilities are just some of the elements you can expect from Blackbaud University s total learning experience. technology, Blackbaud empowers thousands of nonprofit organizations of all sizes to drive change We look forward to sharing our passion with you and thank you for partnering with us in your journey to success. and make the world a better place. TERRY VYAS GM Blackbaud Education Services 3
YOUR GOALS Our trainer was great! I took a lot away from this program and am looking forward to registering for more classes. - Gloria Richardson, Confederation College Foundation You ve made an investment in your Blackbaud software. Our goal now is to help you attain the knowledge and skills you need to increase your productivity and achieve your objectives. Education is an ongoing process and a valuable investment in the long-term success of your organization, your mission, and your people. We pride ourselves in providing the best education possible and focus on a cost-effective approach for both individuals and organizations. 4
HOW WE SUPPORT YOUR SUCCESS Blackbaud s software training is among the finest that I have ever encountered. - Christian Coiner, Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta Curriculum Our expert education team is committed to providing the highest quality training materials and learning experiences. Our role-based training paths are carefully designed to accommodate different knowledge and skill levels. Instruction With extensive experience in the nonprofit world, our instructors are among the best in the industry. With limited class size, attendees benefit from more interaction with the instructor and their fellow learners. Infrastructure and Operations Should you have any training questions, we offer a variety of ways to contact us including free phone support, chat, and email. Our Learning Management System (LMS) also makes self-service possible. You can register, cancel, and reschedule training for yourself or other staff members. From the first moment you engage with us, our goal is to delight you with every single interaction. 5
CURRICULUM THAT GENERATES RESULTS Our curriculum focuses on real-world application and achieves this through expertly designed learning experiences. Hands-on exercises and interactivity are at the heart of every Blackbaud University class. Classes are designed to support a variety of user roles. We offer four types of classes to take you from beginner to expert. Technology Product features and functions Outcome-Based Achieve your goals with technology Solution Workshops Align people and process with software, to push adoption and optimization Organizational Best Practices Increase your nonprofit industry savviness Continuing Education Blackbaud is recognized by CFRE International and NASBA as an approved provider. This means you can earn credit toward your continuing education when you complete selected courses. Click in the logos below to learn more.
TECHNOLOGY SUBSCRIPTION Train the users at your organization for one single price. Our three Learn subscription tiers provide all the necessary technology training for any budget and need. Pricing is based on the software solution owned by the organization. 7
ORGANIZATIONAL BEST PRACTICES SUBSCRIPTION Individuals at your organization can take advantage of our Best Practices curriculum to enable and elevate their efficacy. The Organizational Best Practices subscription provides 60+ hours of instructor-led experiences. Pricing is based on number of users. Beyond instructor-led classes, the Organizational Best Practices subscription also provides individuals the opportunity to earn the Nonprofit Fundraising Certification, which recognizes industry expertise gained through our Organizational Best Practice classes. Fundraising Learn to create a robust fundraising strategy to maximize your potential and raise more dollars. Marketing & Communications Learn to craft and share your mission effectively through multiple channels, and create personalized messages that resonate. Engaging your Network Learn to build a strong and effective community of supporters, including donors, volunteers, board members, and partners. Operational Excellence Learn strategies to optimize your people and processes to increase efficiency and return on mission. 8
PRODUCT CERTIFICATIONS Blackbaud University offers certified learning opportunities to recognize student achievement, product knowledge, and industry expertise. We provide these development opportunities to reflect our learners commitment to excellence. When you achieve accreditation, you join a savvy community of professionals who are Blackbaud experts, and you attain credentials recognized as the industry standard. Certification Journey The opportunity to earn product exams, badges, and certifications is included in Blackbaud University s Learn More and Learn Everything training subscriptions. Click here to view all Certifications Raiser s Edge Altru Financial Edge Education Edge K 12 ON Products etapestry Luminate Online 9
THE VALUE OF BLACKBAUD UNIVERSITY BLACKBAUD STUDENTS TOLD US... Efficiency 87% reported increase in efficiency Time Saved Average time saved: 5 hours per week Productivity Translates to 30+ working days/year WHAT CAN YOU ACHIEVE WITH MORE FUNDS RAISED? RAISE MONEY Majority of organizations reported a 5% increase in ability to raise funds + + + 10
TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES At Blackbaud University, we offer a wide variety of training methods to suit all learning styles, preferences, and schedules. With over 600 hours of courseware, choose the learning format that fits your needs. elearning Brush up on existing skills or quickly ramp up on new ones. Content is devoted to building foundational product skills. Live Instructor-Led Training (ILT) Few educational opportunities are considered more valuable than meeting and interfacing directly with an instructor. Private: Generate discussion unique to your organization s needs in a private setting. We ll bring the same quality content and instruction to the location of your choice. Public Classroom Regionals: Join us in one of 25 cities to attend an instructor-led class with the opportunity to network with your peers. Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) Accommodate your busy schedule by bringing instructor-led training directly to your desktop. All you need is a web browser and an internet connection. Private: Do you have a geographically distributed team, but would still like to have a private training? Get personal attention from a Blackbaud instructor and exclusive learning alongside your colleagues. Public: Last year, there were over 5,000 virtual instructor-led sessions offered on the public schedule across time zones. All our classes are planned and scheduled to maximize your time. We offer a standard calendar of live virtual instructor-led training designed to run in three-hour blocks of time. Use the chart below to convert class times to different time zones. Take care with Australian Eastern Time as Block 0 classes actually occur on the day prior to published schedule date. Session Greenwich Mean Time U.S. Eastern Time U.S. Central Time U.S. Mountain Time U.S. Pacific Time Australian Eastern Time Block 0 10:00 a.m. 5:00 a.m. N/A N/A N/A 8:00 a.m. Block 1 2:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m. 6:00 a.m. N/A Block 2 6:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. Noon 11:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. N/A Block 3 N/A 5:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m. 11
CLASSROOM LOCATIONS Throughout the year, we bring our most popular courses to 25 regional locations across the U.S., Canada, and U.K. Don t miss out on an opportunity to network with peers and set aside time for professional development, away from the distractions of your office. Seattle, WA Portland, OR Minneapolis, MN Milwaukee, WI Chicago, IL Indianapolis, IN Detroit, MI Cleveland, OH Denver, CO San Francisco, CA Boston, MA New York, NY Philadelphia, PA Washington, DC Los Angeles, CA Charleston, SC Blackbaud Headquarters Dallas, TX Atlanta, GA Austin, TX St. Louis, MO Houston, TX Tampa, FL Also Available In: Toronto, ON and Vancouver, BC London, England Other cities may be available upon request if minimun participation numbers are met. For more information, contact traininghelp@blackbaud.com. CONTACT Address 2000 Daniel Island Drive, Charleston, SC 29492 Email traininghelp@blackbaud.com Web www.blackbaud.com/training Phone 800-468-8996, Option 3 12